Conditions & tides
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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.
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About this site
Bowl Reef sits off Townsville in the Coral Sea, offering vibrant coral gardens and steep drop-offs. The site teems with marine life, including reef sharks, turtles, and schools of tropical fish. Strong currents attract pelagics, making it ideal for drift diving. Visibility often exceeds 20 meters, with depths ranging from 10 to 30 meters. The bowl-shaped formation creates sheltered areas, while the outer edges provide thrilling drift opportunities. Coral coverage is dense, featuring hard and soft varieties. Suitable for intermediate divers, it's a must for those exploring the Great Barrier Reef.
Marine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Birdsnest CoralSeriatopora hystrixReported here · unconfirmed
Lace CoralPocillopora damicornisReported here · unconfirmed
Cauliflower CoralPocillopora verrucosaReported here · unconfirmed
Hood CoralStylophora pistillataReported here · unconfirmed
Wrinkle CoralPsammocora columnaReported here · unconfirmed
Galaxea horrescensReported here · unconfirmed
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